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About the role
We're looking for a Senior Manager - Technology Portfolio Management Office (IT PMO) to lead our Technology PMO and play a critical role in driving delivery excellence across AGL's technology change portfolio. This is an opportunity to shape how technology investments are governed, prioritised and delivered, while building a high-performing team that enables strategic outcomes across the business.
As the thought leader of the Technology PMO, you will provide leadership, governance and oversight across AGL's technology portfolio, ensuring initiatives are delivered with transparency, consistency and accountability.
You will partner closely with senior Technology leaders to provide clear portfolio insights across investment performance, delivery progress, resourcing, risks, dependencies and benefits realisation. Through strong governance frameworks and practical delivery disciplines, you'll help drive informed decision-making and support the successful execution of AGL's technology strategy.
You'll also lead and develop a team of Program Managers, Project Managers, Change Managers and Business Analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and delivery excellence.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead and evolve the Technology PMO, building capability and delivery maturity across Program Managers, Project Managers, Change Managers and Business Analysts.
Establish and maintain fit-for-purpose governance frameworks, delivery standards, controls and reporting practices that support successful project outcomes.
Provide portfolio-wide visibility of demand, delivery pipelines, resource capacity, dependencies and investment priorities.
Partner with Technology leaders to support portfolio planning, prioritisation and strategic decision-making.
Oversee portfolio financial governance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, investment reporting and benefits realisation.
Deliver executive-level reporting, dashboards and insights that provide clear visibility of portfolio performance, risks and delivery outcomes.
Facilitate governance forums and portfolio operating rhythms to support effective oversight and accountability.
Build strong relationships across Technology, Finance and business stakeholders to improve delivery effectiveness and alignment.
Drive performance measurement and benefits realisation through meaningful metrics and data-driven insights.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project and portfolio management practices across Technology.
What You'll Bring
Significant experience leading PMO, portfolio management, project delivery or transformation functions within large and complex organisations. Ideally, you will have experience in establishing a similar function.
Strong knowledge of portfolio governance, delivery assurance, project controls, reporting and risk management.
Experience working across large technology portfolios with multiple concurrent initiatives and diverse stakeholder groups.
Demonstrated success establishing or improving PMO frameworks, delivery methodologies, governance processes and reporting capabilities.
Experience supporting financial governance activities including budgeting, forecasting, investment oversight and benefits realisation.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex portfolio data into actionable insights.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience influencing and advising senior leaders and executives.
Proven ability to lead, coach and develop delivery professionals while fostering a high-performance, continuous improvement culture.
Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of portfolio investment management and delivery performance.
Experience managing vendor, labour, project and investment costs within a large technology environment will be highly regarded.
We’d love to see your applications by Friday 18th September 2026.
At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:
Flexible working: AGL offers a range of flexible working options including hybrid working and/or flexible hours.
Staff discounts: Discounted energy and solar plans: Available for employees, family and friends.
Parental Leave: 20 weeks paid leave for the primary carer plus employer-paid superannuation on unpaid leave.
Additional Leave: 1 week ‘Recharge Leave’ for eligible employees and salary sacrifice up to 6 weeks additional leave.
Wellbeing Programs: Partnerships with Medibank and Fitness Passport and on-site health appointments (massage, skin checks etc.).
AGL Shares: Up to $1000 as part of annual Share Reward plan and salary sacrifice up to $5000 of shares.
*Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.
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Inclusion at AGL
At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers
AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.
Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.
The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.
AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.
Location
Docklands VIC 3008Job Family Group
Information Technology/DigitalSkills Required
- Significant experience leading PMO, portfolio management, project delivery, or transformation functions within large and complex organizations
- Experience establishing or improving PMO frameworks, delivery methodologies, governance processes, and reporting capabilities
- Strong knowledge of portfolio governance, delivery assurance, project controls, reporting, and risk management
- Experience working across large technology portfolios with multiple concurrent initiatives and diverse stakeholder groups
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, investment oversight, and benefits realization
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, including translating complex portfolio data into actionable insights
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including influencing and advising senior leaders and executives
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop delivery professionals while fostering a high-performance, continuous-improvement culture
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of portfolio investment management and delivery performance
- Experience managing vendor, labor, project, and investment costs within a large technology environment
What We Do
At AGL, we believe energy makes life better. That’s why we’re passionate about powering the way Australians live, work and move. Like you, we believe that the world is going through extraordinary challenges. We don’t shy away from the tough questions and we consider the answers carefully. We work in partnership with our customers and communities, and take action to shape a better future for all. As life changes, we join the change, constantly evolving over 185 years. Today we bring all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share and consume energy. We’re investing in new ideas, partnerships and infrastructure – renewing and expanding our portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable and useful. We’ll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations. Need to get in contact with us? https://www.agl.com.au/contact-us-social
